Aquire 5 Utility Vehicles, (UTV's). John Deere or equivalent to specifications forthcoming in the solicitation soon. This is for information only.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Walla Walla District in Walla Walla, Washington, has a requirement for Diesel engine utility vehicles. The successful quoter shall be required to furnish and deliver five (5) utility vehicles to Lower Granite Dam by the date shown in Section Shipment and Delivery. Solicitation with full information will follow in the near future. Vehicles shall be ready for use at the time of delivery, with all specified equipment and accessories installed at the time of delivery. All specified Documentation, Operating Manuals, and Service Manuals shall be furnished prior to final acceptance. Final acceptance shall not be made until all contractual components have been successfully delivered. All components shall be new, delivered fully functional, and shall be damage free in order to be accepted. All five (5) utility vehicles shall be equipped with Diesel engines. All utility vehicles shall be made in the USA from the same manufacturer to simplify preventative maintenance, fluids, warehouse stock items, and tool requirements.

The synopsis is not a Request for Quotes (RFQ) or proposals (RFP). This announcement is for information and planning purposes only and is not a commitment by the Government, implied or otherwise, to issue a solicitation or award a contract.

RFQ number W912EF15-Q-0179 will be issued in the near future. The closing date and time will be detailed in the RFQ and any amendments that may be issued.

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